Communications Advisor (Spanish)

This Volunteer Placement is Located in:
Pereira, ColombiaStart Date:
July 2024Placement Length:
6 months with the possibility of extensionLanguage Requirements:
Spanish Level 4-AdvancedPlease submit a Spanish Resume and Statement of InterestOpen to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada OnlyThe Volunteer’s RoleAs a volunteer, your main role will be to provide support to our partner organization, the Universidad Tecnológica de Pereira, as part of the Risaralda Model Forest initiative. You will have the opportunity to enhance the organization's technical capabilities by strengthening their skills in content development, communication strategy formulation, and management. Your goal is to increase the impact on social media and improve both the internal and external communication of the Model Forest. Additionally, you will play a crucial role in updating and managing social media content for the Latin American Model Forest Network.As a volunteer, you will:
Provide support for promoting the Risaralda Model Forest and the Latin American Model Forest Network on social media.Create and publish content for social networks.Develop communication strategies, manuals, protocols, and other necessary tools for the BMR and RLABM.Maintain and update the BMR and RLABM website.Assist in the promotion of projects developed within the BMR.Essential Requirements:
Experience and proficiency in using graphic design tools.Expertise in developing and implementing brand recognition strategies.Prior experience and understanding of organizations with social transformation objectives.Proven track record of collaborating with diverse and multidisciplinary teams.Familiarity with participatory, systemic, and adaptive methodologies.Essential Background:
Bachelor's degree in communication, marketing or a related field. What’s in it for YOU? A life-changing experience!Cuso InternationalCuso International is an international cooperation and development organization that works to create economic and social opportunities for marginalized groups. Together with our partners, we are focused on efforts to advance gender equality and social inclusion, improve economic resilience, and deliver progress on climate action. We believe that by sharing skills, we can build better futures. Founded in 1961, Cuso International works in Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, and Canada.Support PackageModest monthly living allowanceAccommodation while in placementRound-trip airfare and visa/work permit costsCost of required vaccinations, antimalarial medication, and health insurancePre-departure training, in-country orientation and reintegration debriefingOn-the-ground support through our Cuso International's Country Program OfficeAccess to Employee Assistance Program while in placement and upon returnBonus:
Additional return flight home or cash in lieu after 12 months of service for volunteers who extend for another 6 monthsFundraisingWe ask each volunteer, regardless of placement length, to raise $2,000. All volunteers receive support from Cuso International to help achieve the goal through fundraising. If the volunteer chooses not to fundraise or is unable to achieve the fundraising goal, he/she can make a one-time donation or become a monthly donor to support our work.Visit our website for all international and online volunteer opportunities:
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